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Night Cargo Flight Crash in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (4L-AFS)

Uvira, Democratic Republic of CongoFlight

On December 28, 2014, an Antonov AN-26 (registration 4L-AFS) operated by AG Air was involved in an aviation accident near Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo in flight. 6 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo aircraft crashed into the slope of Mt Kafinda about 25 km south of Uvira during a night flight from Entebbe to Pointe-Noire with a refueling stop in Bujumbura. All six occupants were killed.

Flight Details and Accident Overview The aircraft was operating a cargo flight from Entebbe to Pointe-Noire. The route included an intermediate stop in Bujumbura, Burundi, for refueling. ## Accident Circumstances After takeoff, the aircraft was proceeding to the west at night when it struck the slope of Mt Kafinda, which is 3,100 metres high. The impact occurred about 25 km south of Uvira. ## Wreckage and Casualties The wreckage was located on hilly and wooded terrain. All six occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident. ## Investigation Notes The source does not identify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or date, and it does not state a probable cause.

Controlled flight into terrain

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Dec 2014 Antonov AN-26 accident near Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo?

A cargo aircraft crashed into the slope of Mt Kafinda about 25 km south of Uvira during a night flight from Entebbe to Pointe-Noire with a refueling stop in Bujumbura. All six occupants were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Dec 2014 Antonov AN-26 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Dec 2014 involved an Antonov AN-26, registration 4L-AFS, operated by AG Air, at Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo.

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